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2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.

2vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
25best combined mpg
2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid
Photo: Sarah Larson from Ann Arbor, MI, USA · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Body & structure Vehicle recall #15V088000 · 2015 · 147,224 vehicles

What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 e350 sedan, e350 4matic sedan, e350 4matic station wagon, e400 hybrid sedan, cls 550 cgi, and cls550 4matic, 2013-2014 e550 4matic sedan, 2013 e63 sedan, e63 station wagon and cls63, 2014-2015 cls63 4matic, e63 4matic sedan, e63 4matic sedan "s", and e63 4matic station wagon, 2015 cls400, 2015 e400 sedan, e400 4matic sedan and cls400 4matic…

Why it matters: If the rubber seal falls into the engine compartment, it May contact parts of the exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will attach four additional retaining clips to the rubber seal, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2015.

Communication Vehicle recall #19V787000 · 2019 · 24,226 vehicles

What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that May cause the date and time for the emergency call system (ecall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf

Why it matters: An inaccurate vehicle location May delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid so far.

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
3.5 L 6-cyl hybridAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive242825Premium

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FAQ

Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid get?

EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other E400 Hybrid years

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